About the course

Students who pursue this degree are interested in the theory, science, and methods of improving impaired human communication and swallowing. Speech language pathologists help people who have problems with language, speech, cognition, and swallowing. Individuals with disorders of language include children who do not meet developmental expectations due to many causes as well as individuals (adults and children) who have acquired disorders following a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other medical condition. Language disorders may also be due to deficits in the social use of language, known as pragmatics. Some people who cannot use traditional spoken language for communication work with speech-language pathologists using alternative forms to share their messages. This may include sign language or an electronic device. Speech disorders often occur in children who produce sound errors along with other individuals (adults and children) who stutter or have acquired speech disorders due to stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological disorders. Cognitive processes that underlie communication, such as attention, memory, organization and reasoning, can be impaired after brain injury or can be part of a developmental disorder. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Houston
Fall (September), 2025	Houston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Houston

applicants to the program must have completed required background courses in basic sciences (physical, biological, and social/behavioral), statistics, and normal human communication processes at the undergraduate or post-baccalaureate level with a grade point average of at least 3.00 (A=4.00). Less tangible factors also contribute to admission decisions.

　　The minimum TOEFL score required is 79 for the internet-based test.

　　The minimum TOEFL score for the paper-based (pBT) exam is 550 or higher.

　　The minimum TOEFL score for the new revised paper-based exam is: Reading 20, Listening 20, and Writing 20.

　　The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Houston. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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